Enyimba Football Club staged a stunning fightback to snatch a 3–2 victory over Bendel Insurance in a throbbing NPFL Round 5 clash. The game at Aba was nothing short of drama, with the home side showing grit, resilience, and championship mentality.
Early Setback and Quick Response
The visitors Bendel struck as early as the 3rd minute, silencing the Aba fans with a clinical opener. But Enyimba, renowned for their never say die spirit, responded swiftly through Abiodun Joseph, who restored parity in the 14th minute. That set the tone for what became a fierce end to end battle in the first half.
The second half exploded into life when Wisdom Udom put Bendel back in front in the 60th minute, leaving Enyimba chasing the game once again. However, the People’s Elephant refused to bow. Their relentless pressure finally paid off as Nweke Kalu drew them level in the 66th minute, sparking wild celebrations from the stands. Just three minutes later, Michael Chidera delivered the decisive blow with a composed finish to put Enyimba ahead for the first time in the match.
Loose in front of 001 ?
Not Possible !!
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— Enyimba FC (@EnyimbaFC) September 21, 2025Drama Till the End
The closing stages were fiery, littered with yellow cards as tensions rose, but Enyimba held firm. Despite Bendel’s late push, the home side showed defensive steel and tactical discipline to see out the 3–2 win in front of their jubilant supporters.
Statement Victory
This victory shows Enyimba’s fighting spirit. Coming from behind twice to win proves they are ready to challenge for the title this season. With this result, Enyimba now move to the top of the league table, making the win even more special for their fans.
